To take a theology course, do you need to know the religion of Christianity etc.
Or are you taught the religion in the course.
2007-10-19 15:48:54 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Well, it depends on what type of school you are attending. If you are attending a religiously affiliated school, you will need to know a little about that denomination, so that you are able to understand their teachings and their beliefs.
For instance, a Catholic affiliated school will teach theology classes differently than a Presbyterian school. However, if you are attending a local community college, or a nonreligious affiliated college, it is probably just an overview of religious beliefs.
Check with the department or instructor to see if you need an in depth undersanding of Chrisianity.
2007-10-19 16:48:02 · answer #1 · answered by Brandon W 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In college? No. There are very rarely prerequisates in theology classes in college, and they are only other courses, not actually being part of that religion. I took a course in the religion dept that was on medical ethics - I don't remember there being much religion in it at all.
2007-10-19 22:56:54 · answer #2 · answered by eri 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, the class is probably an overview, non-offensive to any faith. It'll give an idea what's out there and where it comes from.
2007-10-19 23:00:25 · answer #3 · answered by Thomas E 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋